YAMAHA YZF R12007 · 1.0L PETROL

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance trend shows a sharp decline in standards following several years of clean records. While it passed tests between 2022 and 2024 without defects, the June 2025 failure at 20,687 miles revealed multiple critical safety issues. The subsequent pass in July 2025 indicates the immediate failures were addressed, but the presence of structural and mechanical wear in that test suggests a period of reactive maintenance rather than consistent preventative care. The mileage profile is exceptionally low for a 19-year-old motorcycle, averaging approximately 1,089 miles per year. The data shows a significant gap between 2023 and 2025, where the bike covered only 2,184 miles in two years. However, the failure in June 2025 for a fractured rear brake disc and a damaged valve stem suggests that the low mileage may be linked to long periods of standing. This often leads to rubber components degrading, seals seizing, and components suffering age-related fatigue despite the low total distance travelled. A buyer must physically inspect the rear suspension system, as the tester flagged slight play in the rear mono shock bearings in July 2025. This is a recurring concern that requires monitoring to ensure it does not progress into binding. The fractured rear brake disc noted in the June 2025 failure is a serious defect that implies the replacement part should be checked for hairline cracks or quality. Additionally, the front fairing should be checked to ensure the indicator light is correctly mounted and not obscured, as this issue previously caused a failure.